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Understand your home.
Know what to do next.

Mold, pest activity, lead exposure and hidden property defects can affect more than your comfort. Understand the risks to your household and the home itself—with inspections and testing matched to the concern, whether you are buying, renting or maintaining your property.

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WHAT CAN PUT YOUR HOME AT RISK

Some warning signs are small.
The consequences may not be.

A recurring leak, pest droppings or deteriorating paint deserves attention. Other hazards, such as radon, may have no visible warning at all. Understanding the concern helps you choose the right next step.

01 / MOLD & MOISTURE

More than a stain on the wall.

Mold can cause allergic reactions and irritation, and trigger asthma attacks in people with asthma who are allergic to mold. Continued growth can damage the materials it grows on. Cleaning or painting over a patch without fixing the moisture source can allow the problem to return.

Notice: musty odors, recurring stains, visible growth or a history of leaks. A mold assessment can investigate accessible conditions and moisture; sampling is considered when it answers a specific question.

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EPA: mold, health and property damage ↗

02 / RODENTS & ROACHES

Pests bring more than discomfort.

Rodents can spread disease through direct or indirect contact. Pest allergens can also be a concern for people with asthma. Activity behind cabinets or in wall openings may continue even when you rarely see a pest.

Notice: droppings, gnaw marks, damaged food packaging or repeated sightings. Pest control should address activity alongside entry points, food, water and shelter—not just the pest you happen to see.

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CDC: rodent risks and warning signs ↗ · Asthma triggers ↗

03 / LEAD EXPOSURE

A serious concern for growing children.

Lead can harm a child’s brain and nervous system and affect learning and behavior. Exposure can occur when lead-containing dust or paint is swallowed or inhaled. Young children and pregnant people are especially vulnerable; appearance alone cannot confirm whether a material contains lead.

Consider testing: when deteriorating paint, older coatings or planned renovation raise concerns. XRF paint inspection and dust-wipe sampling answer different questions. A property test does not measure a person’s exposure—ask a healthcare professional about blood lead testing if exposure is suspected.

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EPA: lead exposure and health effects ↗

04 / RADON

A risk you cannot see or smell.

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can accumulate indoors. Long-term exposure can cause lung cancer. A home can look clean and well maintained and still have elevated radon; testing is the way to find out.

Know the distinction: radon testing requires its own measurement plan. It is not automatically included in a home inspection or general air quality sampling.

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EPA: why radon testing matters ↗

Buying a home? Look beyond the finishes.

Fresh paint and attractive rooms do not tell you the condition of the roof, plumbing, electrical or heating systems. A home inspection reviews accessible components and visible concerns so buyers and agents can discuss follow-up before proceeding. Environmental testing is a separate scope unless expressly included; an inspection cannot guarantee that every hidden defect will be found.

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The presence of a warning sign does not establish the extent of a hazard or diagnose illness. If someone has symptoms or suspected exposure, seek medical advice alongside investigation of the property. Health information checked against EPA and CDC guidance on October 21, 2026.

HOW WE CAN HELP

Services for homeowners & renters

Find the right starting point for a purchase, a pest problem or an indoor environmental concern.

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Home Inspections

Understand accessible systems before your next move.

Pest Control

Investigate activity and plan treatment for your home.

Mold Assessment

Investigate visible mold concerns and musty odors.

Lead Inspections & Testing

Discuss lead inspections, testing and reporting needs.

General Air Quality Sampling

A sampling plan focused on your indoor-air concerns.

Water-Quality Testing

Defined testing for your water-quality questions.

Start with what brought you here

A home purchase, pest activity and a recurring damp patch call for different approaches. Tell us what you have noticed, where it happens and when it began.

Choose the service that answers your question

Buying a home: review accessible building systems and components within the agreed inspection scope.
Pest activity: discuss an inspection, preparation and an appropriate treatment or monitoring plan.
Mold or moisture: investigate visible concerns, odors or a history of water intrusion.
Air, lead or water concerns: define the question and sampling method before arranging testing.

Understand the findings

Review what was observed, what was tested and what remains uncertain. We discuss the report and recommended next steps so you can plan further investigation, maintenance or repairs.

For renters

Notify your landlord or property manager about pests, leaks or suspected mold, and arrange permission where needed. Testing does not replace repairs or the owner’s responsibilities.

NYC HPD guidance for tenants ↗

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Home Inspections

Pre-purchase home inspections for buyers and real estate agents.

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Pest Control

Targeted treatment. Thoughtful prevention. A plan built around your property.

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Mold Assessment

Investigate moisture concerns. Understand the findings. Know your next step.

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Lead Inspections & Testing

Discuss XRF lead-based-paint inspection, dust-wipe sampling or soil testing for the question your property needs answered.

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General Air Quality Sampling

A sampling plan shaped around your indoor-air concerns, with results explained in context.

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Water-Quality Testing

Explore targeted water sampling, including lead-in-water analysis where requested.

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Radon Testing

Discuss radon measurement for a home, property transaction or building concern.

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LET’S TALK

How can we help?

Tell us about your property and the service you need.

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Stay compliant
and safewith Global Environmental

Understand your home.
Know what to do next.

Some warning signs are small.
The consequences may not be.

More than a stain on the wall.

Pests bring more than discomfort.

A serious concern for growing children.

A risk you cannot see or smell.

Buying a home? Look beyond the finishes.

Services for homeowners & renters

Start with what brought you here

Choose the service that answers your question

Understand the findings

For renters

Explore home services

How can we help?

Let’s talk about your space.

Let’s talk about
your space.

Stay compliantand safewith Global Environmental

Understand your home.Know what to do next.

Some warning signs are small.The consequences may not be.

More than a stain on the wall.

Pests bring more than discomfort.

A serious concern for growing children.

A risk you cannot see or smell.

Buying a home? Look beyond the finishes.

Services for homeowners & renters

Start with what brought you here

Choose the service that answers your question

Understand the findings

For renters

Explore home services

How can we help?

Let’s talk about your space.

Stay compliant
and safewith Global Environmental

Understand your home.
Know what to do next.

Some warning signs are small.
The consequences may not be.